Mantra

Bring Me the Horizon

About Mantra

"Mantra" is a song by British rock band Bring Me the Horizon. Produced by the band's vocalist Oliver Sykes and keyboardist Jordan Fish, it is featured on the group's 2019 sixth studio album Amo. The track was released as the first single from the album on 21 August 2018, topping the UK Rock & Metal Singles Chart and spending three weeks at that spot.


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2019
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Do you wanna start a cult with me?
I'm not vibrating like I ought to be
I need a purpose, I can't keep surfing
Through this existential misery
Now we're gonna need some real estate
But if I choose my words carefully
Think I could fool you that I'm the guru?
Wait, how do you spell epiphany?

Before the truth will set you free, it'll piss you off
Before you find a place to be, you're gonna lose the plot
Too late to tell you now, one ear and right out the other one
'Cause all you ever do is chant the same old mantra

Yeah

Could I have your attention, please?
It's time to tap into your tragedy
Think you could use a new abuser
Close your eyes and listen carefully
Imagine you're stood on a beach
Water gently lapping at your feet
But now you're sinking, what were you thinking?
That's all the time we have this week

Before the truth will set you free, it'll piss you off
Before you find a place to be, you're gonna lose the plot
Too late to tell you now, one ear and right out the other one
'Cause all you ever do is chant the same old mantra

And I know this doesn't make a lot of sense
But do you really wanna think about yourself now?
All I'm asking for's a little bit of faith
You know it's easy to believe
And I know this doesn't make a lot of sense
You know you gotta work the corners of your mind now
All I'm asking for's a little bit of faith
You know it's easy to, so easy to believe

Before the truth will set you free, it'll piss you off
Before you find a place to be, you're gonna lose the plot
Before the truth will set you free, it'll piss you off
Before you find a place to be, you're gonna lose the plot
Too late to tell you now, one ear and right out the other one
'Cause all you ever do is chant the same old mantra

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Bring Me the Horizon

Bring Me the Horizon are a British metal band from Sheffield, Yorkshire. Formed in 2004, the group consists of lead vocalist Oliver Sykes, lead guitarist Lee Malia, rhythm guitarist Jona Weinhofen, bassist Matt Kean and drummer Matt Nicholls. They are currently signed to RCA Records globally and Epitaph Records exclusively in the US. Their music has been said to be influenced diversely by grindcore, death metal and emo. While their earlier work is noted for its strong influence from American metalcore bands, they started to adopt a more eclectic style of metalcore in future releases. They have released three studio albums and one extended play. The band's name is derived from the final line of the film Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, i… more »

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Written by: Oliver Sykes, Matt Kean, Lee Malia, Matt Nicholls, Jordan Fish

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10 facts about this song

Release and Success
"Mantra" by Bring Me The Horizon was premiered on August 21, 2018. The single received widespread acclaim, charting on the UK Singles Chart and Billboard Hot Rock Songs.
Award Nominations
"Mantra" earned the band its first Grammy nomination for Best Rock Song at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.
Album Inclusion
The song is featured on the band's sixth studio album, "Amo," which was released on January 25, 2019. The album also charted at number one on the UK Albums Chart.
Inspiration
Frontman Oli Sykes has said that he wrote "Mantra" about his ongoing struggles with addiction and depression, revealing that the song is about someone clinging to religion or spirituality to find direction and purpose.
Music Video
The music video for "Mantra" was directed by Sykes himself along with Brian Cox. The video mashes together different clips from various television shows and movies, combined with footage of the band performing.
Radio 1 Premiere
The song premiered on Radio 1's Annie Mac's Hottest Record segment, and the response was overwhelmingly positive.
Song Meaning
The theme of the song also mirrors the overall concept of the "Amo" album. It discusses relationships and how they can become like a kind of religion or addiction. The word 'mantra' itself refers to a phrase or sound repeated to aid concentration in meditation.
Live Performances
"Mantra" has been a staple in Bring Me The Horizon's live performances since its release, becoming one of the band's most popular songs.
Mixing and Production
"Mantra" was mixed by Grammy-winning mix engineer Dan Lancaster, underscoring the band's shift toward a more pop-oriented sound compared to their earlier, heavier material.
Critical Acclaim
The track was highly praised by music critics for its sound composition, lyrical content, and for bringing a new direction to the band's musical style.

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